Stroll through MIT with a local guide, listening to stories about one of the most innovative schools in the world. Walk through famous Harvard University and learn about America's oldest college.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting point
Meet in front of the Ripple Cafe, located next to the MIT/Kendall subway station. Your tour guide will be wearing a Boston Hidden Gems shirt.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Please note that the tour does not go inside any buildings in MIT or Harvard. We tour the outside portion of the campuses only. This tour focuses on history, architecture, and stories about the two universities. If you are looking for a tour for perspective future students, please contact the admissions department of the university.
- Harvard does not allow any non-students to enter any campus buildings.
- If you would like to go inside MIT buildings, you may do so on your own on select days when the campus is open to visitors. Please ask your guide for more details.